HJR273 Alabama 2013 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Howard Sanderford

Republican

Co-Sponsors

Alan BakerDavid Colston

Session

Regular Session 2013

Title

Blackwell, Tony Wayne, commended

Summary

A House Joint Resolution that commends Deputy Tony Wayne Blackwell as a nominee for the 2013 Alabama Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement.

What This Bill Does

Recognizes Deputy Tony Wayne Blackwell for his service with the DeKalb County Sheriff's Office and for his actions during a 2012 incident. Describes his roles as patrol deputy, K-9 handler, drug agent, and mounted unit member, and notes his courage and compassion in handling an armed suspect. The resolution states the Legislature honors him as a nominee and directs that he receive a copy of the resolution as a symbol of admiration.

Who It Affects

• Deputy Tony Wayne Blackwell — receives formal recognition and a copy of the resolution as a nominee for the Medal of Honor.
• DeKalb County Sheriff's Office and the Alabama law enforcement community — publicly recognized for Deputy Blackwell's service and conduct.

Key Provisions

• Commends Deputy Tony Wayne Blackwell of the DeKalb County Sheriff's Office as a nominee for the 2013 Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement.
• Directs that he receive a copy of this resolution as evidence of the Legislature's admiration and esteem.
• Notes his service roles (patrol deputy, K-9 handler, Drug Agent, Mounted Unit) and the June 8, 2012 incident demonstrating courage and compassion.

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Subjects

Resolutions, Congratulatory